BIN 491516
EDIGUAY, S.A. • URUGUAY • VISA
About BIN 491516
BIN 491516 is a VISA credit card operating on the Unknown payment network, issued by EDIGUAY, S.A. in URUGUAY (UY). The default settlement currency for this card is Unknown. This is not a prepaid card — it is linked to a standard bank account or credit facility. Card numbers beginning with this BIN pass the Luhn algorithm validation, confirming they are structurally valid card numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is BIN 491516?
A Bank Identification Number (BIN), also called an Issuer Identification Number (IIN), is the first 6–8 digits of a payment card. BIN 491516 identifies EDIGUAY, S.A. as the issuing institution for cards carrying this prefix. These digits tell payment processors which bank issued the card before the full transaction is initiated.
Which bank issued BIN 491516?
BIN 491516 was issued by EDIGUAY, S.A., a financial institution operating in URUGUAY. You may reach them by phone at +59829011780.
In which country is BIN 491516 registered?
BIN 491516 is registered in URUGUAY (country code: UY). The issuing bank, EDIGUAY, S.A., holds the licence to issue cards under this BIN range in URUGUAY. Transactions on these cards typically involve URUGUAY-based banking and settlement infrastructure.
Is BIN 491516 a credit, debit, or prepaid card?
BIN 491516 belongs to the credit card category. This is not a prepaid card, so it is linked to a standard bank account or approved credit facility.
What payment network does BIN 491516 use?
BIN 491516 operates on the VISA payment network using the Unknown card scheme. This means all transactions made with cards carrying this BIN are routed and processed through VISA's global payment infrastructure.
What currency is associated with BIN 491516?
The primary currency associated with BIN 491516 is Unknown. This is the currency in which domestic transactions are typically billed for cards under this BIN range when used in URUGUAY. International transactions may involve currency conversion depending on the merchant's country.
Does BIN 491516 pass the Luhn check?
Yes — card numbers beginning with BIN 491516 pass the Luhn algorithm. The Luhn algorithm is a standard checksum formula used by payment systems to detect miskeyed or structurally invalid card numbers. A passing result confirms the number range is mathematically valid.
